Abbey C of E Academy is now recruiting for a Family Support Worker. This role could be your next career opportunity. 

If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you. 

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens. 

About the role 

The Family Support Worker works under the leadership of the principal. The successful person will play a vital role in contrbuting to the culture, ethos, and wellbeing of the whole Academy, by working with families to remove student barriers to learning or attending. They will drive and raise attendance which is crucial for our schools positive outcomes. As well as monitoring and providing continued support for students, including liasing with parents, carers, relevent Abbey C of E Academy staff and external agencies.

We hold exemplary expectations for all and as a staffing body we take our role in inspiring our pupils to be positive citizen role models very seriously. We achieve this through a well-rounded personal development programme which includes opportunities for pupils to play critical roles in enhancing our school through a wide variety of pupil leadership groups. 

All of the above is underpinned by our Trust values: 

ASPIRATION - We aim high and believe we can all achieve the best 

AMBITION - We are the best we can be 

COURAGE - Nothing holds us back 

RESPECT - We always lead by example 

Salary & Benefits 

32.5 hours a week Mon - Fri  08.30 a.m. - 3.30 p.m. 39 weeks a year. (Term Time)

·         NJC 06 - £25,989 per annum FTE, £20,051.79pa pro rata

·         Access to Local Government Pension Scheme 

·         Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education 

·         Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme 

·         Awards and Recognition Scheme 

·         Flexible working patterns 

·         Benefits Platform

Who we are looking for 

·         Good Standard of education at GCSE Level or Equivalent (5 x A- C inc. English and Maths) 

·         A recognised safeguarding qualification 

·         Experience of Using Computerised Admin systems/ ICT use. 

·         Experience of working with young people and their families in a primary setting (a minimum of two years) 

·         Experience of working in high-performing contexts 

·         Administrative experience 

·         Ability to draw meaningful and actionable interpretations from data 

·         Monitoring records to spot attendance patterns 

·         Recognising changes in whole school trends and individual pupil attendance 

·         Knowledge and understanding of strategies to overcome barriers to attendance 

·         Familiarity with recent developments in pupil attendance knowledge and understanding of safeguarding policies and practice. 

·         Must hold UK driving license and have business car insurance. 

About The David Ross Education Trust 

The David Ross Education Trust's mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education. 

We broaden the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities. 

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment. 

Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 36 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs. 

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them. 

Apply now 

To complete our on-line application form, please use the ‘apply now’ button. 

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. 

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics. 

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust. 

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance